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Frank Gaither's Legacy: A Salute to Military Commitment
	October 22 2024 at 1:38 PM ALTON - Frank Gaither, a veteran from Alton, served in the U.S. Navy from 1960 to 1979, participating in the Vietnam War. Frank is now 82 years of age. Gaither held the rank of Chief Boatswain and wa...[Read More]

William Hargrave’s Vietnam War Service Honored In Veteran Salute
	October 16 2024 at 12:46 PM EDWARDSVILLE - William C. Hargrave, a former Corporal in the United States Marine Corps, served his country during the Vietnam War from 1968 to 1970. Hailing from Edwardsville, Hargrave's military...[Read More]

Land of Lincoln Honor Flight Ends 2024 Season With Mission #72
	September 30 2024 at 11:05 AM SPRINGFIELD - Land of Lincoln Honor Flight ends our 2024 flying season with Mission #72 on October 15, 2024. Mission #72 will serve 92 Veterans including two Korean Era veterans and 90 Vietnam era...[Read More]

Stand Up/Stand Down for Homeless Veterans Event to Provide Resources and More
	September 19 2024 at 10:13 AM SAINT LOUIS - Unhoused or at-risk veterans can receive resources, assistance with their VA benefits, and more at the upcoming Stand Up/Stand Down for Homeless Veterans event. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m....[Read More]

Belleville Community Mourns Frank Booker, Beloved Veteran and Leader
	August 29 2024 at 10:32 AM BELLEVILLE – Frank Booker's contributions to his community and country have left an indelible mark, and he will be long remembered for his dedication and service. Booker, a retired member...[Read More]

Land Of Lincoln Honor Flight Continues 2024 Flying Season With Mission #71
	August 5 2024 at 12:05 PM SPRINGFIELD - Land of Lincoln Honor Flight continues the 2024 flying season with Mission #71 on Aug. 27, 2024. Mission #71 will serve more than 96 Veterans including 13 Korean Era veterans and 83...[Read More]

Bronze Star Veterans Forge Bond Over Shared Military Service
	July 31 2024 at 3:59 PM GRAFTON — With an appearance by Warren Gohl, the chaplain for the National Memorial of Military Ascent, Grafton officials had to move to a larger venue to accommodate a large amount of attendees....[Read More]

Local Veterans' Histories to be Shared at National Memorial of Military Ascent Museum
	July 29 2024 at 11:20 AM GRAFTON - The director of the Veterans History Project has come to Grafton to contribute to the National Memorial of Military Ascent. Dr. James Smither, a professor at Grand Valley State University...[Read More]

Grafton Art Gallery Spotlight: Veteran Goz Found Hope in Art
	June 4 2024 at 10:31 AM GRAFTON - Goz, an artist based in Missouri, will be the first to tell you that art saved his life. After two tours in Iraq, Goz’s return to civilian life was marked by substance use, depression...[Read More]

Alton Parade Grand Marshals: A Tribute to Four Veterans
	May 28 2024 at 12:06 PM ALTON - This year’s Alton Memorial Day Parade grand marshals group was loaded with individuals who had played in an important part of the U.S. legacy during their time in service to their country....[Read More]

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